To amend the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide...
To amend the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act to prevent preemption of State law claims that are consistent with the misbranding standards of such Act, and for other purposes.
This bill, HB9807, seeks to change the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) to ensure that state laws can still enforce claims that align with the misbranding standards set by FIFRA. This change aims to help states protect their residents from potentially harmful pesticides and chemicals.
HB9807 would affect state governments and pesticide manufacturers by allowing states to pursue legal actions against companies that misbrand or misrepresent their products, as long as their actions are consistent with federal standards. This means states could take legal action if they find that a pesticide is not properly labeled or advertised, which could help protect consumers and the environment.
As of July 21, 2026, HB9807 has just been introduced in the House and referred to the House Committee on Agriculture. This means it is in the early stages of the legislative process and will need to go through several steps before it could become law, including committee review, debate, and a vote by the full House.
